Open burning & fires — Peachland, British Columbia
Can I have a backyard fire? Do I need a burn permit?
In the District Municipality of Peachland, British Columbia, open burning & fires rules are set by Consolidated Bylaw 1718 Fire and Life Safety & Smoke Regulatory Control.pdf, verified 2026-09-24. Fines: not less than Fifty Dollars ($50.00) or more than Two Thousand Dollars ($2,000.00). A permit is required. Permit issuer: Fire Chief, or Officer in Command.
Consolidated Bylaw 1718 Fire and Life Safety & Smoke Regulatory Control.pdf
adopted bylaw
permit required
yes
s. 14.1(i)
permit issuer
Fire Chief, or Officer in Command
s. 9.5
allowed conditions
Permit required; land >= 1 hectare; permitted materials only; 7am-sunset (campfire till 11:30pm); 30m separation; no nuisance; good air quality; supervised.
s. 8.3, 8.6, 14.1(i)
fine range
not less than Fifty Dollars ($50.00) or more than Two Thousand Dollars ($2,000.00)
s. 19
scout note
Consolidated bylaw regulating fire safety, life safety standards, and smoke/open burning controls in the District of Peachland.